1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
